High Resolution e-ImageData 26 Megapixel Camera High resolution 26 megapixel camera The ScanPro 3000 26 megapixel camera has the highest camera resolution of any microfilm scanner on the market. What is camera resolution and what to look for? When referring to camera resolution some terms that are used can be confusing. The best way to explain resolution is to start with standard definitions: a. Camera resolution is the number of unique optical pixels captured by the camera and is typically specified in megapixels. b. Image quality describes the readability of a document and is primarily dependent on camera resolution. There are other factors that contribute to image quality but camera resolution is the primary contributor and most commonly used measurement. c. Maximum image size (also specified in megapixels) defines how much space is needed to store the image in memory or on a storage device such as a hard drive or flash drive. And, maximum image size is not at all a measurement of image quality. For low end cameras, camera resolution is dependent on the image sensor resolution only. However, top of the line camera manufacturers such as Olympus, Zeiss, Leica, Nikon and others use pixel-shifting technology and employ high precision optics to create cameras with resolutions that far exceed the specification of the simple image sensor. The ScanPro 3000 uses this same technology starting with a 6.6MP image sensor and then using precision optical hardware, captures 26.4 megapixels of optical data. Each pixel is an optical capture of unique image information and the total optical image is a high resolution 26.4 Megapixels. This (expressed as) 26 Megapixel camera is the highest resolution microfilm scanner camera available. Camera manufacturers develop cameras with resolutions higher than that of the simple sensor: Although this type of camera design is new in the micrographics industry, highly respected, well known imaging corporations have been doing this for years. We will look at several high-end cameras and the manufacturers that describe their design and provide documentation: The Olympus DP73 camera is a high-end camera that incorporates pixel-shifting technology and precision optical hardware to achieve a high-end, high resolution camera. In this example, Olympus starts with a 2.01 megapixel sensor and using pixel-shifting technology captures 17.28 megapixels of unique image information to provide a superior performance (expressed as) 17.3 megapixel camera (see attached Olympus camera information). The Carl Zeiss AxioCam camera is another example of a high-end camera that incorporates pixel-shifting technology and precision optical hardware to achieve a high performance camera used in research and digital documentation. In this example, Carl Zeiss starts with a 1.4 megapixel sensor and using pixel-shifting technology captures 12.99 megapixels of unique image information to provide a superior performance (expressed as) 13 megapixel camera (see attached Carl Zeiss camera information). Despite the fact that this technology information regarding high resolution camera capabilities is readily available from camera manufactures, ST Imaging continues to provide false and misleading information regarding our 26 megapixel camera to e-ImageData customers and prospective customers. We are providing this corrective information to you and your sales people to assist in preventing further damage to your company and to e-ImageData. Digital Cameras for Microscopy Camera Overview For Materials Science Microscopes Olympus Digital Cameras for Materials Science Applications: For Clear and Precise Image Analysis Industrial Microscopes DP73 Overview The Olympus DP73 high-performance Peltier cooled, digital color cameras offer the latest pixel-shifting technology with an extraordinary 17.28 megapixel resolution, 4 binning modes, and 14-bit A/D conversion for increased bit depth. Superb Resolution Advanced Color Reproduction High Sensitivity, High dynamic range Image Analysis Software OLYMPUS Stream Superb Resolution Unparalleled 17.3 Megapixel Resolution New 3- CCD Mode Enables Pixel Shifting of 3 Colors A 2.01 megapixel color CCD is combined with pixel-shifting technology to result in the capture of an 17.3 megapixel resolution. In addition to conventional 3 x 3 pixel shifting of one color per pixel, the DP73 features a 3-CCD pixel shift mode that enables three-color image resolution (RGB) within a single pixel to improve resolution even more. Live, High-definition Images at 15 Frames per Second, Without Compression High-definition 1600 × 1200-pixel images can be displayed live at a rate of 15 frames per second, without compression. This imaging quality enables clear and distinct observation without deterioration, while focusing is made stress free. The DP73 is able to display various microstructures like fine patterns of wafers and surface of new materials. Fine-detail Processing, with Truer Colors and Artifacts The DP73 has the power to present truer colors with less moiré artifacts that can have a negative impact on resolution. Due to advanced algorithms and fine detail processing the DP73 also optimizes the resolving power of the microscope objectives resulting in improved sharpness and clarity of images. Advanced Color Reproduction Enhanced Color Reproduction for Difficult Samples Through supporting AdobeRGB*, the DP73 faithfully renders a broad color range. It also features a new color reproduction algorithm, that differentiates subtle changes in colors that were difficult to separate until now- colors such as brown, blue and purple-can now be reproduced Color Gamut Comparison with exceptional accuracy. *Color reproduction fidelity depends on monitor specifications. Monitors supporting AdobeRGB are required to accurately reproduce images recorded in AdobeRGB mode. High Sensitivity, High dynamic range High Sensitivity and Reduced Noise for Low Light Conditions Capture images across a broad sensitivity range of ISO100-1600 through the incorporation of features including a new CCD drive system, reduced circuit noise and optimized image processing. These technologies allow the CCD to clearly capture sample details during observation methods such as reflected light darkfield or fluorescence. WiDER Optimizes Contrast and Brightness in Individual Image Regions Process live image with WiDER*-an application that optimizes contrast and brightness in each region of the image in real time to automatically generate images that have broad dynamic range but are free from under- or overexprosure. It works to reduce halation from the surface of materials, solder and so on. Without WiDER With WiDER Image Analysis Software OLYMPUS Stream Micro-Imaging Software: A New Standard for Workflow Flexibility The OLYMPUS Stream is an advanced industrial microscopy software that simplifies your imaging tasks. Quickly acquire, process, perform measurements or analysis and automatically create reports. Our robust data management provides seamless organization and management of your images and data. The OLYMPUS Stream software can be purchased in a variety of packages designed to fit your needs. In addition these packages are expandable with specific application solutions to meet unique analysis needs. Back to top Specifications Camera type Single chip color CCD (pixel shifting) Cooling system: Peltier device (maximum: room temperature - 10ºC) Imaging Sensor Size 1/1.8 inch 2.01 megapixel color CCD Scanning mode Progressive Camera mount C-mount Effective image resolution 4800x3600 (pixel shifting, 3CCD mode) 2400x4800 (pixel shifting, 3CCD mode) 1600x1200 (1x1, 3CCD mode) 800x600 (1x1) 800x600 (2x2) ROI Sensitivity ISO 100/200/400/800/1600 A/D 14 bit (effective pixel : 12 bit@ 16 bit mode image) Exposure control Modes Auto/SFL-Auto/Manual Adjustment ±2.0 EV step: 1/3 EV Time 23 μs to 60 s Metering modes Full image/30%/1%/0.1% Binning 2x2 Live frame rate * 1600x1200 (1x1): 15fps 800x600 (1x1): 15fps 800x600 (2x2): 27fps Still image transfer time * 4800x3600 (1x1): approx. 4 s Color space sRGB, Adobe RGB Image file format File formats supported by OLYMPUS Stream software Microscopy from Carl Zeiss AxioCam HR Success Through Performance The flexible high-end camera for digital documentation and image analysis Superior performance for research and routine work – brilliant quality documentation Increasingly complex applications in pathology, develop- High-resolution for lossless mental biology and material science demand microscope digital microscopy systems and camera technologies that reach the very lim- Documenting with the AxioCam HR means seeing its of what is physically possible. A Carl Zeiss camera that what the microscope sees – in full microscope res- meets even the highest demands of digital documentation olution without interpolated image information. has established itself in high-end microscopy. The mono- Different resolutions can be set depending on the chrome version is, ideally suited to Live Cell Imaging – application: from 1388 x 1040 up to 4164 x 3120, even at high speeds. The color variant can be used univer- corresponding to 13 megapixels per color channel. sally: in fields ranging from materials sciences and the materials industry, pathology, cytology, hematology and Outstanding image quality even histology through to botany, zoology, forensics and phar- with weak fluorescence macology. With a dynamic range of 1 : 2500 (at 12.5 MHz) and a 14 bit gray level range, the monochrome version of the AxioCam HR produces high-contrast images even when